I Can't Leave
Unyielding Love: The Heartfelt Struggle in 'I Can't Leave' by Don Gibson
Lyrics
Well, I told you I was leavin' you a long time ago
Expressing the intention of leaving a long time ago
But I'm still here and I still love you so
Despite the intention to leave, still present and expressing love
And I can't leave no matter how hard I try
Struggling to leave despite sincere efforts
You know I love you, you know it's true
Affirmation of love, acknowledging its truth
I just can't leave you no matter what you do
Unable to leave, regardless of the partner's actions
And I can't go no matter how hard I try
Expressing difficulty in departing despite attempts
It's shame, oh shame
Expressing a sense of shame in the situation
You feel my pain running 'round on me
Acknowledging the partner's betrayal and feeling pain
But I lost my pride, I'm still by your side
Despite losing pride, remaining loyal and supportive
And that's where I want to be
Desiring to be by the partner's side despite challenges
Well, maybe you'll change and maybe you won't
Contemplating the possibility of the partner changing
But I'll be here if you do or if you don't
Commitment to be present whether or not the partner changes
Cause I can't leave no matter how hard I try
Reiterating the inability to leave despite efforts
It's a sad affair when the one you love
Expressing the sadness when the loved one is indifferent
Don't even care about you
Noticed the lack of care from the loved one
But why should I took blame? I love you just the same
Choosing not to blame, expressing love despite challenges
And that's all I want to do
Stating that love is the primary focus and intention
Well, maybe you'll change and maybe you won't
Repeating the contemplation of the partner's potential change
But I'll be here if you do or if you don't
Reiterating the commitment to stay, regardless of the partner's choice
Cause I can't leave no matter how hard I try
Emphasizing the persistent inability to leave despite sincere efforts
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